Guidance on paying for care and available financial support.
For those with significant ongoing health needs, the NHS may cover all care costs.
Council support for those with savings below a certain threshold.
Financial support regardless of savings.
Flexible packages for those arranging their own care.
Free discussion about your situation
Understand which options apply
Medical and financial information
We guide you through the process
A package of care funded entirely by the NHS for those with a primary health need.
For care at home, your home is usually disregarded. For care homes, it may be included in the means test.
Typically 4-6 weeks, but can be faster in urgent cases.